- Publisher: THQ Nordic
- Release Date: May 19, 2026
- Also On: PC, PlayStation 4, Switch, Wii U, Xbox One, Xbox Series X
- Summary:
- Developer: Nordic Games Publishing, Kaiko
- Genre(s): Action Adventure, Open-World
- # of players: No Online Multiplayer
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Score distribution:
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Positive: 6 out of 6
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Mixed: 0 out of 6
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Negative: 0 out of 6
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Jun 10, 2026War's journey remains one of the strongest action-adventure experiences of its generation, combining satisfying combat, rewarding exploration, and memorable dungeon design. Its post-apocalyptic world is packed with secrets, powerful enemies, and a story that keeps pushing you toward answers. Even years later, the adventure still feels engaging thanks to its focused design and strong sense of progression.
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May 28, 2026While not the most polished action game nor the deepest adventure game, Darksiders Warmastered Edition remains one of the most unique action-adventure games of its era.
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May 31, 2026While technically the best version of an incredible classic, the Darksiders Warmastered Edition update for the current generation offers subtle improvements to the controls, as well as minor tweaks to smoothness and resolution. This package, however, may not justify a new financial investment for those who would like to play it on PlayStation 5, except for die-hard fans or new enthusiasts who want to get to know the franchise.
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May 25, 2026This classic remains a premier Zelda-style adventure, excelling with its satisfying mix of combat and exploration. Although the native 4K resolution and DualSense integration provide a crisp experience, the minimal technical updates feel disappointing. It delivers a great starting point for newcomers, yet fails to justify the upgrade cost for returning veterans due to aging assets.
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Jun 3, 2026Finally officially arriving on current-generation consoles, Darksiders Warmastered Edition is a good action-adventure game. Fighting as the powerful War against the armies of Heaven and Hell on a destroyed Earth provides epic battles and moments. Even if somewhat out of date, the challenges are well-constructed, as are the characters and other elements of the game. A great option for long-time fans or anyone wanting to discover a new, high-quality franchise..
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Jun 24, 2026Darksiders Warmastered Edition offers a strong way to experience War's adventure for the first time or to revisit it. Its visual enhancements make the game look impressive, while faster combat responsiveness and significantly reduced loading times improve the overall experience. However, several graphical issues prevent it from becoming the definitive version of this classic, despite being the most recent release.